Design Manager - Sports Adventure

Overview

Your Role

• Lead and manage design activities for sports facilities from concept through detailed design and construction stages
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams (architecture, structure, MEP, sports specialists, venue planners, and consultants)
• Review and validate design deliverables to ensure compliance with project requirements, international standards, and best practices
• Establish and monitor the design programme aligned with overall project milestones
• Lead design reviews, workshops, and coordination meetings
• Provide expert input on sports facility planning and design
• Ensure compliance with international sports standards (e.g., FIFA, IOC, World Athletics, etc.)
• Review field/court layouts, spectator sightlines, circulation, and operational functionality
• Ensure integration of athlete facilities, media zones, VIP areas, and back-of-house operations
• Validate materials, surfaces, lighting, acoustics, and equipment specifications
• Promote sustainable and legacy-driven sports design solutions
• Act as the key interface between client, operators, sports consultants, and design teams
• Coordinate with governing bodies and authorities to secure approvals and certifications
• Facilitate stakeholder alignment on operational and functional requirements
• Participate in client presentations and technical decision-making forums
• Monitor design progress against budget and schedule
• Assess impact of design changes on project cost, programme, and functionality
• Support value engineering initiatives specific to sports infrastructure
• Identify and mitigate risks related to design coordination, compliance, and constructability
• Provide technical design support during construction, including review of shop drawings and RFIs
• Ensure the design intent for sports facilities is maintained on site
• Coordinate with site supervision teams and contractors for issue resolution
• Support testing, commissioning, and handover of sports facilities

About You

• Bachelor'S or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 12–15+ years of experience, including:
• Sports facility design and/or design management
• Experience in stadiums, major events, or large-scale sports developments
• Previous experience in PMC, consultancy, or complex multidisciplinary projects
• Strong knowledge of international sports design standards and venue requirements
• Strong leadership and multidisciplinary coordination skills
• Deep understanding of sports facility planning and operations
• Rewards & benefits
• Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage.
• Premium medical insurance for you and your dependents.
• Generous annual leave balance.
• Flexible and hybrid work solutions.
• Remote work opportunities outside of country.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Relocation assistance.
• Transportation & housing allowances (available for remote work locations).
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.
• Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

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